USELESS HUSBAND?, TRY ULTIMATE GOD FATHER

Chapter Three

Everyone in the Woods family mansion had left for work before Chris lazily opened his eyes.

He reached for his phone to check the time but froze in the process. A notification had just popped up, one that practically yanked him out of bed. It was a message from his investor.

“I’m ready to move forward. Let’s talk better in person. Let’s meet by 1 P.M today at Louis Café.”

His breath caught.

“Whoo-hoo!”

The sound echoed before he could even stop it.

He jumped out of the bed hoping to share the news.

But as he stepped out, he saw that everyone had left.

He sighed, glanced at the list of chores he’d been given before they left.

“Laundry first,” he muttered. “Then kitchen… then…. Ugh… dusting?”

He grabbed a broom and swept the living room.

The moment he was done, he slipped into a crisp shirt, a neat pair of pants,

polished his shoes, and dashed out the door.

When he arrived, Mr. Lacoster, his investor, was already waiting.

“Hi, Sir. I’m so sorry for keeping you waiting.” Chris said, sliding into the chair

across from him.

Mr. Lacoster smiled warmly. “It’s alright, Chris. I just got here a few minutes ago.”

He leaned back slightly, then added, “I must confess, the app is a brilliant idea.

My company will definitely fund it and bring it to life for people to use.”

Chris’s face lit up with relief and gratitude. “I’m so thankful, Mr. Lacoster. Thank

you for believing in me and in my app. I promise I won’t disappoint you.”

Mr. Lacoster chuckled softly, “You’d better not.”

He reached for a folder and pulled out the contract. After signing it himself, he slid

it across the table.

“Sign here.” He said, pointing to the designated spot.

Chris’s hands shook slightly as he signed. When he read the draft, he could hardly

believe his eyes. The man was giving him over 5 million dollars in funding.

“It was a pleasure doing business with you, Chris.” Mr. Lacoster said, standing.

“I’ll see you soon at the company. And don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything.”

Chris rose as well, trying to steady his voice. “No… thank you, Mr. Lacoster for

this incredible opportunity.”

…

Charlotte’s office smelled faintly of coffee and paper. Nothing unusual except that Fabio had come to discuss an important business deal with the Woods family.

Veronica sat elegantly in the chair opposite Charlotte, arms folded, listening, Fabio taking the seat next to her.

“This business deal will be yours Charlotte. Only if you promise to be mine.” Fabio said with a smirk on his face.

Veronica looked at Charlotte with a smile, then faced him, “That shouldn’t be a problem, Fabio. Chris is a good for nothing husband. Letting him go is the best decision Charlotte can ever make for this family. Right, Charlotte?”

Charlotte nodded with a smile

“He is just a nobody, Fabio. I was going to divorce him even without you saying it. I was looking for an opportunity but now, this is the best time to do it.” Charlotte said with pride.

“You are right, Charlotte. He probably would have stopped existing if you didn’t take him as your husband. He stays glued to you like a lapdog that won’t leave your side.” Veronica said as she laughed.

Then she faced Fabio, “But Fabio, are you sure once Charlotte divorces Chris, the deal will be ours?”

Fabio chuckled. “You might not know this, but we DeLuca always keep a promise. I promise you and your family that deal but Charlotte has to be mine.”

Charlotte and Veronica exchanged a knowing glance.

“Don’t worry, Fabio. It’s done” Veronica said, a sly smile playing on her lips.

“I guess I’m done here. For now. I’ll see you again Charlotte.” Fabio said as he stood up to take his leave.

“Yes, Fabio. We will get back to you.” Veronica said happily.

Fabio gave a big, flashy smile.

He left after kissing Charlotte on her cheeks.

Her cheeks flushed red.

Immediately he left, Charlotte spoke first, “Vee, I know you are excited about this whole deal thing. I am too, trust me. But how do we get Chris to divorce me? That man is a stubborn fool in love. He wouldn’t sign the papers unless it’s for a valid reason.”

Veronica sighed.

They both know that Chris would never sign those papers except he is being forced or for a genuine reason.

They had to come up with a plan.

Charlotte’s phone chimed. She glanced at the screen and scoffed.

“Come home early. I have a surprise for you.”

She hissed under her breath. “Unbelievable.”

“Who is it?” Veronica asked, barely looking up.

“Its chris,” Charlotte replied coldly. “He wants me to come home early.”

Veronica let out a short laugh. “Let me guess… one of his boring ideas?”

They both laughed.

An idea suddenly popped up in Veronica’s mind.

She snapped up from the chair and grinned.

“What is it?” Charlotte looked confused.

“I know how we can make Chris divorce you without stress.” Veronica said.

“Are you serious!?” Charlotte asked, her eyes widened.

Veronica gestured subtly for Charlotte to come closer. When Charlotte did, she leaned in and whispered something into her ear.

Charlotte blinked, caught off guard. For a moment she said nothing. Then a slow smile touched her lips “Stepmom… you’re a genius.”

Veronica smiled, satisfied. “You can say that again, baby girl.”

Charlotte grinned happily. She will finally get rid of her useless husband.

Without another word, they exchanged a look and walked out, already headed back to the mansion.